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Lessons from six countries on growing community housing in Canada
How can Canada sustain the long-term growth of community housing? To help answer this question, the Centre commissioned researchers Duncan Maclennan and Steve Pomeroy to examine what has supported or […]
A new application process for the Sector Transformation Fund
The Centre is changing the application process for the Sector Transformation Fund (STF). Starting October 7, 2026, organizations seeking STF funding for a project must express their interest through the […]
Private investors are ready to invest in community housing. Are you ready to seize the opportunity?
Public funding is still very much the backbone of community housing, and for good reason. It’s what makes deeply affordable rents possible, especially for lower-income households. But on the ground, […]
Nunalingni Piruqpaalirut Fund secures continued funding, set to resume operations now
After a period of demonstrated success in nurturing grassroots housing solutions, the Nunalingni Piruqpaalirut Fund—meaning “Growth in our land”—has been renewed for one year with a $750,000 commitment. The program, […]
Student Housing Nova Scotia: Reinventing itself after 50 years
After focusing on a single property for more than 50 years, Student Housing Nova Scotia (SHNS) turned the loss of its only building into an opportunity to reinvent itself and […]
We are hiring: Website manager
Reporting to the Manager, Communications, the Website Manager is responsible for the day-to-day management, maintenance, and continuous improvement of the Centre’s website. The incumbent ensures the website is accessible, visually […]
We are hiring: Project Lead
As part of a growing and dynamic pan-Canadian organization, the Project Lead will support the Centre’s mission through advancing projects that benefit and grow the community housing sector. Reporting to […]
Scaling with intention: key takeaways from ENFHS’s strategic journey
Three years ago, community housing organization Entre Nous Femmes Housing Society (ENFHS) had approximately 400 units spread across 11 buildings with a team of just six employees. Today, with a […]
Four Edmonton housing providers selected for the Coaching for Growth Pilot
Edmonton, AB – The Centre is pleased to announce the four non-profit housing organizations selected to participate in the Coaching for Growth pilot program in Edmonton. Excel Society, Jasper Place […]